Vivian Lee

Vivian Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Her research focuses on the emotional and mental health of children and youth with autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities. She investigates child-, parent-, and system-level factors influencing emotional development and family wellbeing, with additional interests in implementation science and program evaluations.

• Education: Ph.D. in Psychology from McMaster University
• Affiliations: Carleton University Psychology Department, multiple community-based autism organizations

Her work explores how psychosocial interventions and pandemic-related disruptions affect autistic youth and their caregivers. She collaborates with community providers to evaluate programs addressing mental health needs, emphasizing family resilience and system-level support mechanisms. Her research bridges clinical practice and public health, aiming to improve care accessibility and caregiver support systems.

Key research themes include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy adaptations for neurodiverse populations
• Pandemic impact assessments on vulnerable groups
• Program evaluation methodologies

Despite no explicitly mentioned awards, her publications demonstrate impactful contributions to understanding mental health challenges in autism. She advises students through research projects in her lab, focusing on translational research with community applications.